[2025 Taipei Wanhua District & Ximending cat hotel recommendations] Top-rated cat boarding and 3 cat sitter care options | Fluv’s curated pet hotel & dog walking service guide

Looking for a top-rated cat hotel in Wanhua District or Ximending in 2025? Fluv has handpicked 3 professional cat sitters and pet care options — including cage-free boarding, dog sitters, pet day care, and dog walking. Browse full pricing, reviews, and environment details to find the best care for your furry family member.

What is a pet sitter, and how is it different from a pet hotel?

A pet sitter is a caring individual with experience looking after dogs and cats who provides care in the owner’s home. This model is already very popular in Western countries — companies like Rover and PetBacker help pet owners find nearby, available pet sitters to come to their home. In Taiwan, Fluv provides a matching service for in-home pet sitters. Compared to traditional pet hotels, this approach is better suited to modern pet parents — sitters come to you, saving time on drop-offs and pick-ups, and your pet gets to stay in a familiar environment without the stress.

Many pet owners highly recommend pet sitter services. Fluv is Taiwan’s largest pet sitter platform.

Which pets are a good fit for a pet sitter?

We offer the following services:

In-home care

The pet sitter comes to your home to provide care, including feeding, tidying the environment, playtime, and status updates to you. You can book a free home visit in advance so the sitter can get familiar with the space and meet your pets for the first time.

Great for cats that prefer staying home or dogs with mobility issues. If you have multiple pets, in-home care is also a cost-effective option that lets them stay comfortable in their own space.

Pet boarding and day care

Your pet stays at the sitter’s home and receives one-on-one care, with the freedom to roam around in a home environment. Services include feeding, care, playtime, and regular updates to you — fully cage-free and personalised.

Best suited for sociable, active dogs.

Long-term home care

A great alternative to a pet hotel if you’re away for an extended period and don’t want your pet kept in a cage. A pet sitter takes over the daily routine, and can even take your pet out for walks while you’re gone.

Ideal for owners who travel frequently or for longer periods.

Dog walking service

Working late or caught up with something unexpected? If your dog needs to go out, you can have a pet sitter handle the dog walking — so even when you’re not home, a professional can take your pup out for some fresh air and exercise.

Best for medium to large, high-energy dogs like Huskies, mixed breeds, Border Collies, Golden Retrievers, and more.

Free introductory home visit

We offer a free home visit before your first booking so you can meet your sitter, see the care environment, and let your pet warm up to them — making sure everyone’s comfortable before you officially book.

No matter which service you choose, your pet sitter will send you photos and updates throughout, so you can see exactly how your furry one is doing — even when you’re far away!

Recommended pet sitters near Wanhua District and Ximending

☀ The following 3 pet sitters were selected from over 30,000 user reviews on Fluv — here’s our top picks for your reference!

【Vivi】

Vivi has worked as a pet grooming assistant at a pet shop and pet hotel. She treats every pet with patience and love — no scolding, ever — just like you would with your own family ❤️ Whether you’re worried about your pet being lonely while you’re at work, heading on a short trip, or travelling abroad, you can leave with complete peace of mind.

No need to book a pet hotel — let your little one stay in their own cozy home. You’ll receive plenty of videos and photos showing them playing happily and sleeping soundly 😊

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (13 reviews)

Price: 💰💰

Services: In-home cat sitter, in-home dog sitter, accompanied walks

Service areas: Wanhua District, Zhongzheng District, Datong District, Zhongshan District

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【Demi】

Demi has fostered cats for 3 years, owned a miniature dog for 5 years, and cared for medium to large dogs for over 15 years. Having personally experienced the anxiety of leaving home without a trusted person to care for your pet — or simply needing a break after long-term caregiving — she joined Fluv as a sitter after losing her own dog, so she could help more families in need. Demi also has over 10 years of professional nursing experience 👩🏻‍⚕️, specialising in long-term, palliative, and dementia care, and is a seasoned animal communicator!

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (52 reviews)

Price: 💰💰💰

Services: In-home dog sitter, in-home cat sitter, accompanied walks

Service areas: Wanhua District, Banqiao District, Yonghe District, Zhonghe District

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【Yuyan】

Yuyan has 10 furry babies at home 🐶 plus a bird named Big Head 🦜, and over 20 years of pet care experience! She regularly takes part in volunteer activities and fosters animals, and has already helped six foster pets find their forever homes ❤️ — with more rescues still ongoing.

All the pet parents who’ve worked with her rave about how at ease they felt leaving their pets in her care. She’s attentive, easy to communicate with 😁, and constantly sends photos and videos so you always know how your pets are doing!

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (252 reviews)

Price: 💰💰

Services: In-home cat sitter, in-home dog sitter, accompanied walks, in-home bathing, pet boarding

Service areas: Wanhua District, Xinyi District, Neihu District, Songshan District, Da’an District, Zhongshan District

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A cage-free alternative to pet hotels — one-on-one home boarding in a dreamy Taipei residence, all under NT$1,000?!

Going on a trip? There’s a whole new option for your pet beyond the traditional pet hotel! Today we’re taking a look inside a cage-free, one-on-one home boarding experience — where your pet gets to stay just as comfortably and freely as they would at home. Highly recommended for all pet parents!

Pet sitter price guide

	Service duration	Price per session	Additional fees
In-home care	30 min	$400–500	Double rate for 5+ pets
Pet boarding	8 hrs+	$250–450	$50–450 extra depending on size
Dog walking service	30 min	$200–400	Additional fee per extra dog

Pet sitter FAQ

1. How does the sitter get into your home when you’re away?

Through a home visit arranged in advance, the sitter can come by before the booking starts to meet your pet for the first time and get familiar with the care environment — where the food bowls, litter box, and cleaning supplies are kept — while also getting a feel for your pet’s personality.

During the visit, you and the sitter can work out key handover arrangements. Many owners hand keys over through the building’s concierge or management desk.

2. How are pet sitters vetted? Can I trust a stranger?

All pet sitters on Fluv are animal lovers with hands-on pet care or volunteer experience. They go through identity verification and training before becoming a sitter. You can also browse each sitter’s ratings and reviews through the Fluv review system to find someone you feel truly comfortable with.

3. Who is responsible if my pet gets hurt?

Every booking includes insurance coverage. If an accident happens during care, the pet sitter is responsible for compensation, with a self-pay excess of NT$3,000. For costs beyond that, Cathay Insurance provides additional medical coverage of up to NT$15,000.

4. My pet is shy around strangers — is a pet sitter still a good option?

If your pet is a bit timid or takes time to warm up, a home visit beforehand is a great way to let them meet the sitter first and build some trust. If you still have concerns, you and the sitter can discuss together whether this type of care is the right fit.

If your pet has a history of aggression, pet sitter care may not be suitable — both for the sitter’s safety and to prevent your pet from becoming overly stressed or having an accident.

5. My pet needs medication or wound care — can a pet sitter help?

For any special needs, you can search for sitters who have listed medical care skills in their profile. You can also discuss your pet’s needs directly with the sitter when booking, and make sure all medical care details are clearly communicated.